Sunday, October 14, 2018

NYCC 2018 and other stuff

I managed to be broke again this year during NYCC. It wasn't my intent of course, but it's been rather difficult for me this past year. My "good" paycheck won't arrive until a week after the convention, so I had maybe $10 to spend there. But thankfully, my great and wonderful lodge brother was there to support me in my time of need.

For the uninitiated, the "Sons of the Desert" was a film about two fraternity brothers (Laurel & Hardy) ditching their wives so that they could attend a convention. To honor this, my friend and I wear our Sons of the Desert fezzes and forcefully excommunicate everyone else from our lives so we can go enjoy NYCC unabated.

I should also mention, we are currently not affiliated with the real Sons of the Desert, though that might change someday.

I walked into the con only for a few minutes to find my favorite vendor who has been there since I started attending NYCC. On the way there I saw what was BY FAR the best display in the entire convention. Funimation had recreated the Tenkaiichi Budkai tournament temple to promote their Dragon Ball franchise (specifically "Dragon Ball Super") and it looked AMAZING! They even had the Eternal Dragon, Shenron flying overhead.

My only purchase at NYCC was a fistful of M.U.S.C.L.E. guys. I even found some of the ones I keep track of on eBay. I finally have a King Muscle to call my own, and these being from the original line means that they're just that much more special.

Possibly the best thing to come out of NYCC this year for me is this amazing handmade Killer Tomato by Amok Time Toys, which is made to look like the killer tomatoes from "Killer Tomatoes Strike Back!". This was given to me by my fantastic lodge brother, and it will be cherished by me forever. I really love how when purchased, the seller put it in a produce bag.

This is me with my new best friend.

And here he is on my desk-altar, ready to join my cult of weird toys.

While not at NYCC, another fun thing I purchased was this "Spooky Village Halloween Ball Popper" from CVS. I kind of want the whole set now that I own this particular one. It reminds me of the "Blurp Balls" line of toys that came out after the popularity of "Mad Balls". I never owned a Blurp Ball, but this Popper really fills that void.

From this angle he looks like a weird bootleg Snoopy toy.

My first ever YouTube video! Yeah I won't be doing this very often, if at all, but I wanted to show this Popper in action. BEHOLD!

SHOUT OUTS! Check out these awesome people!

Below are some interesting things I found during the past month that have really caught my attention. For the most part you can click on the image to be taken to their official page (in most cases anyway).

I saw this on the Church of the SubGenius Facebook group, and I plan on sending a buck. Do YOU dare to do the same?! I think you should.

The amazing Dr. Yeti Show, a local radio show out somewhere I've never heard of, has a lot of amazing art to promote their show on their Facebook, and plan to do a podcast soon, BUT ALSO NOW HAS MERCH! Well the good Dr has a shirt at least, and it looks pretty rad.

Announced on a Godzilla Facebook group, "The Sons of Godzilla: From Destroyer to Defender; From Ridicule to Respect" by Peter H. Brothers will be out soon, so keep an eye on his official Amazon page for further detail. Looks like it'll be an interesting read.

Finally, the TRUTH can be told and revealed to the world! BIRDS AREN'T REAL! At last, the drones of THE CONSPIRACY will be called out for what they really are!

So my pal and I have a yearly tradition of wearing our Sons of the Desert fezzes to NYCC, which are of course based on the fezzes seen in the film of the same name. These fezze we purchased at NYCC several years ago from the amazing fez makers at Fez-o-Rama.

I really can't express how much I love owning this pin. Gadget holds a very special place in my heart, and is one of the many deified beings in my internal menagerie of personal gods. The pin is larger than I expected it to be, but that's a good thing. These were limited to 50 pieces, so rush over to Etsy and buy yours today!

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I used to post daily, but now I only post about once a month because I've gotten lazy.

This blog isn't about anything in particular, but I tend to focus a great deal on toy collecting, cartoons, weird movies, pro-wrestling, conspiracies, weird spiritual concepts, and awkwardly personal philosophical ideas.

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KAMILLIONS (1990)

Check out the "Hong Kong Edit" of this strange and rare film! Famed SubGenius and Master of Church Secrets, Dr. Hal, worked and starred in this movie!

Programmable Ordinance Xeno (POX)

My Never-ending Quest to Master an Old LCD Handheld Game.

SubGenius Related Links

Below are various links to official and unofficial Clenches and Schism related to the Church of the SubGenius.

The Church of the SubGenius

"The Church Of The SubGenius is an order of Scoffers and Blasphemers, dedicated to Total Slack, delving into Mockery Science, Sadofuturistics, Mega-physics, Scatalography, Schizophreniatrics, Morealism, Sarcastrophy, Cynisacreligion, Apocolyptionomy, ESPectorationalism, HypnoPediatrics, Subliminalism, Satyriology, DistoUtopianity, Sardonicology, Fasciest-iouism, Ridiculophagy, and Miscellaneous Theology."

The Office Pulpit of Reverend Ivan Stang

"News from The SubGenius Foundation of immediate interest to devoted members of J. R. "Bob" Dobbs and The Church of the SubGenius (www.subgenius.com)"

Quivering Brain

"Official Authorized Web Site of Philo U. Drummond, Primary Subgenius Overman Second Authorized MegaFisTemple Lodge of the Church of the SubGenius/Drummondian"

The Prescriptures; PROPHECY OF THE SUBGENIUS

"From The Economicon of Dobbs Neumeronicus; Neuronicus 56-88 Bank 18 Disc sg30 File 14; [from "The Book of the SubGenius"]"

The World Ends Tomorrow and YOU MAY DIE!

"FEELING LIKE THERE'S JUST NO SLACK? You may have 'Snapped' already from the information disease! ("The sleep of reason begets monsters.") The Church of the SubGenius recognizes the programming! Look to the High Unpredictables of the Church of the SubGenius for pancultural deprogramming and resynchronization! Perfect your subliminal vision -- edit your memory -- relive your reincarnality! SYNC UP!"

Zontar, the Website from Venus

"Zontar has always been with us. When the first Cro-Magnon questioned the first shaman, when the first slaves threw off their chains and applied the whips of cold revenge on their oppressors, Zontar was with them. When the first followers of reason questioned the superstitions of their ancestors, Zontar was with them."

The Zontar Zone

"Warning YOU are about to experience a communication from the MASTER BRAIN from outer space.Once you pass beyond this gateway we can not be responsible for any damaged neural pathways that have been deemed unworthy.

Hypercube Laboratory

"Hypercube Laboratory was started in 2012 by Doktor Argus Q. Faux. For the past several years it has served as Faux’s base of operations in the creation of mind-bending audio-visual work. During that time he has come across vast arrays of weird and bizarre material, cultures, rituals and more. The time has come to share what he has found."

Pseudobruitismus Africamus

SubGenius Rhetoric

"Humor has long been an effective way to engage difficult sociopolitical topics in a way that avoids polemical confrontation and provides a positive opportunity for pleasure, catharsis and self-knowledge. In the context of today’s polarized politics and protest, creative satirical performance that deploys “symbolic tinkering” can provide a “comic frame of reference” that, according to Kenneth Burke, more effectively conveys its message while providing reflexive insight. The Church of the SubGenius naturally practices this rhetorical frame in their satirical multimedia creations. Using Burke’s Attitudes Toward History as a lens to focus our attention, this essay is an analysis of SubGenius rhetoric in their satire with a focus on selected transcriptions of their Hour of Slack live radio program and its adaptation into the book Revelation X. These texts can provide an informative example of Burke’s comic frame rhetoric in action, and can ultimately clarify the nature of its utility as we explore the extent of the rhetorical impact of the Church of the SubGenius"

The Movement Of Obliterating NHGH

"M.O.O.N. is a clench of the Church of the Subgenius based in Kalamazoo, MI. Its mission is the complete and utter destruction of the one force that is responceable for stealing more slack than the conspiricy has ever had in it's entire existance. That force is..... NHGH! It was NHGH who was responceable for the Escape Vessels of the Sex Goddesses to not arrive on July 5th 1998, the date pre-ordained by Dobbs. And you can bet that NHGH will KEEP stopping X-Day unless WE SUBGENII DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT FIRST! That is why we must KILL NHGH before 7-5-99 if X-Day is will ever come to pass!"

Discordian related links

Below are various links to particular Cabals and religious enclaves related to the Erisian faith of the Principia Discordia.

Principia Discordia

"This website is dedicated to bringing the Principia Discordia to the masses, in its original, chock-full-o-pictures form! What's the Principia, you ask? Well, it's the Magnum Opiate of Malaclypse the Younger, Wherein Is Explained Absolutely Everything Worth Knowing About Absolutely Anything. Duh!"

Historia Discordia

"Documenting the Origins, History & Chaos of the Discordian Society"

MK-CULTRA

"THE PARAMETERS OF THIS SIMULATION HAVE BEEN ALTERED IN VIOLATION OF TOS ARTICLE V HAS BEEN INVOKED PLEASE REMEMBER YOUR PRELIFE INSTRUCTIONS"

THE LATTER-DAY SAINTS OF DISCORDIA

"The Latter-day Saints of Discordia is a society of incredibly intelligent, occasionally motivated, and unquestionably creative borderline geniuses who have been classified, by the slaves of the machine, as one or more of the following: free thinkers, mystics, lunatics, anarchists, poets, deviants, paranoids, hackers, magicians, eccentrics, con-artist, chaoist, revolutionaries, habitual drug users, extremists, atheists, conspiracy dupes, occultists, and Subgenius disciples who are dedicated to an advanced understanding of the paraphysical manifestations of everyday chaos"

The Psychonomicon Occult Library & Links

"Reality is in the Mind of the Beholder."

23rd Street Chapel Legion of Dynamic Discord

"Welcome to the 23rd Street Chapel a place where under the Pineal Promptings of Saint Gulik messenger of The Goddess Eris Chaplin IM False and Suzycat create works in her inspiration I see Saint Gulik! This site is a work in progess Goddess permitting it will evolve to house the abnormail published and inflicted on the mundane world by the Chapel Staph Please send abnormail and Eristic comments to Chaplin IM False, KSC Hail Eris! All Hail Discordia! ODD# 1 Chaos 3165 - 23 * F#"

Crocco Cabal of the Erisian Church

"Welcome to the official webpage of the Crocco Cabal of the Erisian Church. This website is dedicated to Carmine Crocco, who died a martyr to Discordia on June 18, 1905. My name is Antonivs of Syracuse. I am a Pope of the Erisian Church and disorganizer of the Crocco Cabal. If you don't believe me, check out the gospel I am compiling for the New and Improved Testament (the true story of Jesus) or my Epistle to the Discordians (a distillation of wisdom as compiled by a domesticated primate). I have been asked if Discordianism is a real religion or a joke. Malaclypse the Younger said it best when he wrote: "We are not engaged in a complicated joke disguised as a religion. We are engaged in a religion disguised as a complicated joke." For those of you who are dubious, "If Eris doesn't exist, who put all the Chaos in this universe, you damned atheist?" huh? huh? No answer, smartguy? Life is short, so let there be slack!"

The Church of Tina Chopp!

" The Church of Tina Chopp had its beginnings in a college dormitory between the end of 1980 and the beginning of 1981. Nobody bothered to keep track exactly when or why, but at that time, The Prophets of Tina were bored and lacking inspiration. The story goes that there was a highly convoluted discussion concerning semantics and religion, but there has never been any substantial proof of that."

Below are some links that may or may not be rooted in SubGenii or Discordian philosophy, and may very well be their own thing. It's a real mixed bag though. Proceed with caution.

The Holy Order of the Sasquatch

"The Order is a sacred Knighthood of creative warriors who make and do cool things, a DIY spirituality that exalts the imagination and battles the forces of incorrection in order to make the world a better place. You can believe whatever you want, become your imaginary self, and save the planet! "

The Nuclear Platypus Church of Arglebargle (Biscuitism)

"Back in print again for the first time ever, The Nuclear Platypus Biscuit Bible, quite possibly THE WEIRDEST BOOK OF ALL TIME, clearly and concisely articulates all knowledge worth knowing! Now featuring 342% more Biscuitism, this long out-of-print underground cult classic returns in a thoroughly revised edition (212 pages, compared to the measly 48 pages of the 1990 edition) in hard- & softcover, with loads of new eye-popping graphics and all-new chapters that continue the brain-twisting Biscuitoid assault on reason, normality and comprehensibility. Learn such crucial info as: the precise theological difference between the Nuclear Platypus and His bumpkin cousin, the Nucular Platypus; the horrors of the Great Porridge Famine that wiped out the creatures of myth and fairy tales; what happened when God-Biscuit showed up drunk for the Apocalypse; and God-Biscuit's glorious plan for humanity. Guaranteed to be the most important publishing event in the entire history of human civilization or your money back!"

The Church of MOO

"With an unbelievable burst of energy, the denziens of the Church of MOO put forth many doctrines, writings, and, ultimately, a massive bible centered around parodying religion. You can spend a lot of time trying to figure out what the tenets of MOOism ultimately ARE, or you can let it wash over you in a wave of bovine-themed revival."

the boboist temple!!!!

"In case you are wondering, "bobo" is the great pimp entity, "bobo the space monkey". Yes, our "god" is a gorilla; how else is anyone going to explain this "evolution" crap? The philosophy of bobo is simple: as long as you don't playa hate, you pretty much have done exactly what is expected of you. The worst thing you can possibly do in the eyes of The Great Overpimp is to whine about someone elses success and not try to get yours."

First Church of the Last Laugh

"i pledge allegiance, to the illusion, and to the pyramid scheme, for which it stands. One species, in denial, with error and excess, by all."

Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster

"The Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster, after having existed in secrecy for hundreds of years, came into the mainstream just a few years ago*. With millions, if not thousands, of devout worshipers, the Church of the FSM is widely considered a legitimate religion, even by its opponents – mostly fundamentalist Christians, who have accepted that our God has larger balls than theirs. Some claim that the church is purely a thought experiment or satire, illustrating that Intelligent Design is not science, just a pseudoscience manufactured by Christians to push Creationism into public schools. These people are mistaken — The Church of FSM is legit, and backed by hard science. Anything that comes across as humor or satire is purely coincidental."

The True Reformed, Vegnautic* Sect of the Invisible Pink Unicorn

"We believe in One (or More**) Unicorn(s), or fewer, The Pink, The Invisible. Creator of Uncertainty, Keeper of Chaos, our Maker, revealed unto us in the alt.atheist usenet forum. She that Raptures Socks, She will smite those that mock Her brethren. When heathens partake in baloney, she invites her loyal servants to join the feast. We shall eat our fill, yea every belly shall be full with pure, untarnished, unadulterated, suffer-free pizza. Her revelations show us the folly of all religions, our personal insignificance, the understanding of existence, and the importance of 42. Spread Her Word."

The Calcutta Pococurante Society

"Cant, Humbug, and Absurdity in all their branches whether Tory, Whig, Radical, Ultra, or Liberal, Medical, Literary, Martial, or Civil, National, or individual - from the Champagne Wright behind his counter; from the Cant of the learned Lord on the Woolsack to that of the Mob Orator on the Hustings in Palace yard. From the absurdities of Utilitarianism to the absurdities of Romance. Provided however that the said Humbug, Cant, and Absurdity, have become public property through the medium of books or newspapers - private Cant and private Humbug are too dear to the breast of every Englishman to admit of their being discussed without material injury to the feelings of the great mass of the nation - this Society will be there - fore respect those hallowed barriers which the common interests of mankind should render sacred to all."

Universal Church O’ Fun

"With enough love in the world, justice will be done. Justice allows peace to exist: no justice=no peace. With peace achieved, anarchy—no hierarchy—will be possible. When we all live as equals, we can live happily ever after. Let’s get started. "

Temple of the Great Spider

"The full solemn majesty of the Great Spider, and his First Arachnid Church, can be overwhelming to the novice. We present here only a few extracts from the many records saved by Washuu from the burning of the Library of Alexandria. Washuu is at least 20,000 years old, and in ancient days encountered Spiderism at its most glorious. In gratitude she has been made Low Priestess of the First Arachnid Church, second in rank only to the Chief Prophet himself."

The Universal Life and Death Church

"Nomatter what groups tried to keep us down, we still returned, stronger than ever. Regardless of what other humorless cults have said about us, we know the truth, as will all of our followers! The world has fun in it and we are here to spread some of it!"

The First Feline Church of the Internet

The Church of the Gerbil

"Go forth upon this Earth and spread the holy words of the Sacred Gerbil on Earth. Go forth and prosper!"

The Church of Last Thursday

"We, the Last Thursdayists, followers of Last Thursdayism, members of The Church of Last Thursday, believe: that the universe was created on Thursday, and will expire on Thursday. that the universe was created by You as a test for yourself. that you will be rewarded or punished when this universe expires based on your actions here. that left-handedness is a sinful temptation. that everyone but you was placed here and pre-programmed to act as parts of your test environment. that everyone but you knows this."

The Codex Idiotica

"The following is the only known english version of the Codex Idiotica, the text upon which the religion of "Idiotica" is based (a religion that is centered completely on stupidity and senseless yet accidental bodily injury). While various other copies of it exist, none can be translated. This version was actually translated from a copy that was translated from yet another, which in turn was translated from the original by a monk who was the last known individual ever to exist that was capable of translating the original language. The original tome was notably longer, by about 100 fold, yet the meaning has remained intact, which says something about the verbosity of the original Codex Idiotica. As you are about to see, the following chapter includes some modern concepts. Just how these things may have possibly existed, or even have been known of, back in the days of the Idiotica's creation is still left to speculation. Perhaps you will reach a conclusion that has eluded us."

Church of Hank

" Read carefully the Gospel of Hank. There are only two promises for believers, and that is to avoid having the shit kicked out of you, and to receive a million dollars when you leave town. To receive these gifts, one must only kiss Hank's Ass and follow the commands of His Inerrant Gospel. You can pray to Jesus to save your soul if you want, but Jesus ain't going to be giving you a million bucks or keeping Hank from kicking your ass!! "

The Church of Unknown Beliefs

"Welcome to our imaginary church. The basic beliefs of this church are made by you, the follower. Our only rule is: Do the RIGHT thing."

UAAFOU

"The Universal Accreditation Agency for Fake Online Universities (UAAFOU) is an international accreditation agency that accredits fake online universities. It has been providing its services since 1791. The agency was established to promote and regulate the practices of fake online universities throughout the World. UAAFOU ensures sound educational standards and unethical practices for all its accredited members. With its unrefined and recognized accreditation program, UAAFOU offers fake distance learning institutions the most current, relevant and practical services for the 21st century. There are various institutes that have had themselves accredited from UAAFOU, and who now hold the status of being full-fledged UAAFOU members. UAAFOU also have numerous candidate institutions, whose accreditation cases are being considered."

Temple of the Internet God

"This is the official GOD OF THE INTERNET. The Internet God is wise and mighty"

An Informal Archive of El Físico Nuclear Web Links

"There is a story told in certain parts of Virginia that a traveler staying over at an inn was accosted by a stranger garbed in a flamboyant purple cape and tights. The traveler tried to ignore the stranger, but the fellow persisted, and the traveler soon became impressed with the man's knowledge of Newton's Principia Mathematica. From this, the traveler concluded that the stranger must be a physicist. Next arose the topic of the return of Jesus Christ to earth, and the stranger was so knowledgeable on this matter that the traveler thought his companion must be a member of the clergy. Grasping at any subject to steer the conversation away from this topic, the traveler, seeing a pastoral painting on the wall of the inn, brought up the matter of Virgil's fourth eclogue. Again, the traveler was so impressed with the stranger's learning that he concluded that his companion must be a classical scholar."

Andersianism

"Andersianism is one of the smallest religions on Earth, but it is also one of the quickest growing and most promising new movements that have appeared the last millenia. Why don't you join the growing ranks of Andersianists too? Andersianism is a simple, yet effective religion. Some may call it a low-budget religion, and they are right. Andersianism isn't flashy. We don't have dozens of gods, hundreds of saints, imponderable holy texts or rigid dogmas. Andersianism is practically free from religious arguments, has a refreshingly simple pantheon, no holy texts, practically no observances and a god with Net access! (and we are not talking about Kibo)"

The Church of Euthanasia

"The Church of Euthanasia is a non-profit educational foundation devoted to restoring balance between Humans and the remaining species on Earth. We believe this can only be accomplished by a massive voluntary population reduction, which will require a leap in Human consciousness to a new species awareness. The Human population is increasing by one million every four days. This is a net increase of 95 million per year, the current population of Mexico. Even major wars or epidemics hardly dent this rate of growth, and modern wars also have tremendous environmental consequences. It is for these practical reasons, as well as moral ones, that we support only voluntary forms of population reduction. The Church has only one commandment, and it is "Thou Shalt Not Procreate." In addition, we have four "pillars" or principles, which are Suicide, Abortion, Cannibalism and Sodomy. Note that cannibalism is only required for those who insist on eating flesh, and is strictly limited to consumption of the already dead. Also note that sodomy is defined as any sexual act not intended for procreation: fellatio, cunnilingus, and anal sex are all forms of sodomy and are still illegal in some parts of the United States."

The Church of Electrons

"We worship the cosmic mysteries of matter and change through electrons, the space between them, and the magic that moves them."

Church of Virus

"Virus was created to compete with the traditional (irrational) religions in the human ideosphere with the idea that it would introduce and propagate memes which would ensure the survival and evolution of our species. The main advantage conferred upon adherents is Virus provides a conceptual framework for leading a truly meaningful life and attaining immortality without resorting to mystical delusions."

The Human Being Society

"ALL Human Beings are Lifetime members of the Human Being Society. WE are YOU!"

Church of All Worlds

"The mission of the Church of All Worlds is to evolve a network of information, mythology and experience that provides a context and stimulus for reawakening Gaia and reuniting Her children through tribal community dedicated to responsible stewardship and the evolution of consciousness."

Idol Worship

Religions based off of popular culture.

First Church of Dana Scully, Scientist Official Website

"Services will be held on Wednesdays, as appropriate to the God of Scientists, Mercury. The Preacher and his ordained Blasphemers of Reality will preach the Word of Slack through the inspired TranceBabble of “Bob” and his Mystic Truth of One Dollar. Welcome to the religion of Cosmic Despair, Shredded Sanity, and Redheads! Where the hard edge of rational thinking meets the ragged edge of a universe in which anything may be possible. Visit us on Facebook (search for First Church of Dana Scully, Scientist), attending virtual services each Wednesday once you’ve been accepted as a member. Watch this space for coming events, merchandise, Church literature, and more."

Church of Ed Wood

"Woodism is a serious pop culture-based religion. We use pop culture and its popularity to inject spirituality to those people out there that might not get too much from the more mainstream religions like Catholicism and Christianity. We believe in and follow late cult director Edward D. Wood Jr. and look to him as a savior. Note "A" savior, not THE savior. By looking at Ed's films and his life, we all try to lead a happy, positive life, a life of acceptance of others and of the self. Woodism is a frame of mind and not a list of rules. The basic premise of Woodism coincides with what we believe was the basic premise of Ed Wood himself, which is the constant search for happiness and the following of dreams and being proud of who you are. There are no specific practices in Woodism other than to constantly be proud of who you are, accept others, and don't let anyone tell you what you should or shouldn't do. If you want to smoke and cuss and rut and get completely drunk, as long as you're fine with it, then go for it. It's a punk libertarian religion. It's spirituality mixed with realism. There are over 3,000 legal Woodites worldwide who believe in Ed's universal messages of happiness and love and like Ed we accept everyone into our arms. And yes, this is totally serious."

The First Church of Shatnerology

"Here at the First Church of Shatnerology, we worship the holy essences of the most benevolent ShatnerBeing! We are transfixed by his magnificent TOUPEE and girth! As you read, you will learn secrets that will change your life! Seductive philosophy huh?!"

The Church of the Latter-Day Dude

"While Dudeism in its official form has been organized as a religion only recently, it has existed down through the ages in one form or another. Probably the earliest form of Dudeism was the original form of Chinese Taoism, before it went all weird with magic tricks and body fluids. The originator of Taoism, Lao Tzu, basically said “smoke ’em if you got ’em” and “mellow out, man” although he said this in ancient Chinese so something may have been lost in the translation. Down through the ages, this “rebel shrug” has fortified many successful creeds – Buddhism, Christianity, Sufism, John Lennonism and Fo’-Shizzle-my-Nizzlism. The idea is this: Life is short and complicated and nobody knows what to do about it. So don’t do anything about it. Just take it easy, man. Stop worrying so much whether you’ll make it into the finals. Kick back with some friends and some oat soda and whether you roll strikes or gutters, do your best to be true to yourself and others – that is to say, abide. Incidentally, the term “dude” is commonly agreed to refer to both genders. Most linguists contend that “Dudette” is not in keeping with the parlance of our times."

First United Church of Cthulhu

"First United Church of Cthulhu - Phoenix, AZ, Followers of the Cthulhu Mythos based on the visions of our mad prophet H. P. Lovecraft We are a real religion and are a legally recognized nonprofit organization Lovecraft for the 21st century. We are the future of the Mythos."

The First Church of Stephanie of LazyTown

" Welcome, one and all, to the First Church of Stephanie of LazyTown. It is within these hallowed halls that we praise the Almighty Goddess Stephanie, Pink Goddess of Cheer, Energy, and Optimism; Her consort Sportacus, the God of Bravery, Eating Right, and Exercising. And yea, even Robbie Rotten, the Lazy Trickster God of Laziness. And, of course, the puppets. "

Matrixism: The Path of the One

"Matrixism is a new religious movement based on the motion picture trilogy 'The Matrix'. The story told by 'The Matrix' is about the fulfillment of an apocalyptic prophecy regarding a messiah and his role in bringing about world peace."

Культ Лучезарной Гаечки

Radiant Gadget Sect Cult

Gokuism – The Church of Goku

"Dear friend, have you accepted Goku as your personal lord and savior? If not, then please listen to my Good News! The Church of Goku can help you increase your power level to Over 9,000 and follow in the sacred footsteps of lord Goku by training with King Kai, hallowed be thy name. That’s right, there is now a Dragon Ball religion. It is called Gokuism, also known as The Church of Goku. Gokuism is the belief that the principles of Dragon Ball provide a moral compass for one’s life, and that Goku is an ideal role model and moralistic person. By some definitions, it implies that Goku provides personal, global, and universal salvation, and that his death and resurrections were for our sake."

Sasami no Kami

"Sasami no Kami is the spiritual pathway, philosophy, and religion for those who seek inner peace and guidance through the adoration of the anime character of Sasami Masaki Jurai of "Tenchi Muyo!" fame. The various images used on this website, which acts as an online temple or shrine to Sasami, were unearthed from ancient websites from the distant past! A mystical time known as the 1990's! So in tribute to the many past fans of Sasami, I will do my best to recreate an old fashioned 1990's fansite. Sasami be praised! Banzai!"

Seagalology

"Welcome to the Seagalology web site, devoted to the study of Steven Seagal. What is Seagalology? Have you ever watched a Steven Seagal movie and wondered if you've already seen it before? Did it seem oddly familiar, and not just because Steven Seagal is incapable of showing any emotion? That's because every Steven Seagal film follows a very specific formula and design in terms of plot, characters and of course Steven Seagal. This page is dedicated to that formula. Why? Because somebody had to do it."

Jedi Church

"The Jedi Church recognises that there is one all powerful force that binds all things in the universe together, and accepts people from all walks of life, from all over the universe as members of our religion."

Missionary Church of Kopimism

All people should have access to all information produced. A gigantic Boosting Knowledge for humanity.

Tarvuism

"Say 'Hebbo' to Tarvuism! Why not take a look at some of our exciting web pages? Click on the Tarvupedia to read our online Tarvuist encyclopedia, learn all about Tarvu, chat to other Tarvuists in our Tarvuist forum, and find out how you too can become a Tarvuist."

Church of Halloween

"Ghastly Buttons for Astute Tastes"

Criswell Predicts

"Greetings, my friends. We are all interested in the future, for that is where you and I are going to spend the rest of our lives. You are interested in the unknown... the mysterious. The unexplainable. That is why you are here. And now, for the first time, we are bringing to you, the full story of what happened on that fateful day. We are bringing you all the evidence, based only on the secret testimony, of the miserable souls, who survived this terrifying ordeal. The incidents, the places. My friend, we cannot keep this a secret any longer. Let us punish the guilty. Let us reward the innocent."

Fun Facebook Groups & Pages

Here are some amazing and active Facebook Groups.

The First Church of Dana Scully, Scientist (Facebook Group)

"1. In the beginning was “Bob,” who made a bet with Azathoth that he could screw with more people’s heads than even Nyarlathotep, and lo, Azathoth foolishly took the bet, and was sore wroth to find that it was a sucker bet, as all the bets that “Bob” makes. 2. “Bob” went forth, and proceeded to give his chosen Apostles of Apostasy full license to create any damn religion for any length of time that seemed good to them, and behold! Many a perverse and bizarre faith was brought into being. 3. Some of these had the lifespan of a mayfly, while others went on and on until they became like unto a joke that is told too often, and used exclusively for purposes of torture and mockery. 4. And schisms did arise, and the more creative of them killed “Bob” and Peed his Damn Head, going their own way, and doing whatever seemed best to them. And “Bob” was pleased, for this was in the spirit of the Tao of Slack. 5. While Pink Boys and the Slackless seized control of other religions, the Pure Ones fled and founded their temples far from the original epicenter of all this noise. Many searched for new inspiration, and some created new ShorDurPerSavs that were not in existence when the SubGenii were first congregated. 6. And among these was Dana Scully, Scientist. (Scullyation 1: 1-6)"

Church of Murphy's Law (Facebook Group)

"We acknowledge the principle of General Perversity of the Universe. We honor and respect Murphy, as Murphy is such a large factor in our lives. We band together to share our experiences and commiserate. Our god is a cruel god. Murphy Rules! Hail Murphy!"

The Church of Head-Pat-Tology (Facebook Page)

"A religion based around head pats and cute posting! ♥ I don't own any of the pictures posted unless otherwise stated"

Church of Sloths (Facebook Group)

"Mission: to provide an electronic venue to fill that sloth shaped hole in your psyche. Holy Sloth! Someone needs to break the cycle of religious indoctrination. Declare yourself a member of Church of Sloths! Church of Sloths is humanitarian, LGBTQ inclusive, and tree-hugging. BACON IS OPTIONAL. Church of Sloths does not discriminate on the basis of veganism or other dietary restrictions. If you sleep in instead of going to church, you may already be a member."

The Efts of Ubbo-Sathla (Facebook Group)

"We come together here to revere and celebrate the primeval, embodied in Ubbo-Sathla, and Abhoth too betimes . We revel in the slime, for we are efts of the Prime."

The Holy Order of the Niblet (Facebook Group)

"Suddenly, the universe realized itself... and if it had no past, no future, yet was coalesced and enthralled of memories and hopes, founding the immeasurable, and eternal, now. The electronic protozoa illuminated themselves, and as if cells in a timeless here subsumed, withal alone, preserve this one grant; Popped or Soufflé... Cream Style or Whole Kernel... Life Is About Itself. We All Are Of The Order. -Reverend Rezedic We beseech our brethren To facilitate Happiness and Contentment through Meditation and assimilation of the Sacred Kernel."

The Church of Trumpology (Facebook Page)

"A safe space for the believers of Trump religion... We preach the evangel of our modern day Lord & savior,supreme leader,God Emperor Donald J. Trump and nothing else! You can learn about the real truth here & avoid any #FakeNews! #MAGA,then #KAG!"

Hold Space for my Tribe (Facebook Page)

"Hello, mine Chopo. Lets get ♥ to ♥ Chopo has been asked to create and Hold this Space so you can learn about how you can Hold Space for my Tribe."

The Church of SPAM

"since the beginning of time, none is wasted, there for Spam is the light, the power and the way, come eat the fruit of time an partake in your heritage"

Church of Dafoe (Facebook Group)

"In honor of our Lord and savior Willem Dafoe."

The Esoteric Order of the Star of Cthulhu (Facebook Group)

"I pledge Allegiance to the Elder Gods of the Esoteric Star of Cthulhu and the Insanity for which it stands. One cult, under the Old Ones, Invisible, with mayhem and chaos for all!"

The Holy Church of What (Facebook Group)

"The HOLY COW, aka Church of What....what?"

United Church of Bacon (Facebook Page)

"Religious organizations should not get special legal privileges! We are atheists and skeptics who founded our own church with a funny name in protest!"

First Church of the Pink Plague (Facebook Page)

"The Church of the Pink Plague is a nonprofit organization in association with no one. Our deity is Hello Kitty, the bringer of all evil. Pink and despair!"

Church of Celestia (Facebook Page)

"We are the Church of Celestia. A community dedicated to spreading the word of our Goddess, and protecting those from the evils of Nightmare Moon."

The Church of the Third Eye of Jesus (Facebook Group)

"The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light. Exploring the fringes of occulture, sacred sexuality, and religious syncretism."

The Cosmic Ray Deflection Society of North America (Facebook Group)

"Knowing, that in some future time, when the ozone layer has been further destroyed by man-made chemicals such as flourocarbons and exhaust fumes, the earth and it's inhabitants will be mercilessly bombarded by deadly cosmic rays, the Cosmic Ray Deflection Society of North America, Inc. has been organized to discover ways of surviving the coming onslaught...Krudzna Ink is a loosely knit organization of crazed, forward thinking environmentalists dedicated to the survival of the human race in general, and life on the planet in particular."

Dinkan The God (Facebook Group)

"I was born in Pankila forest, in Kerala, India. I am the only God in the world."

"Welcome to Dinkoism - the world's oldest religion. We believe The One True God is Lord Dinkan, who took the form of a humble mouse in the Pankila forest in Kerala state in India. Dinkoist teachings were passed on verbally for millennia, and documented for the first time in the Malayalam language in Balamangalam, the popular children's books. With millions of devotees, Dinkoism is the fastest growing religion in the world. Come, join us - accept Lord Dinkan as your savior, and achieve salvation!"

The Clandestine Insurgent Clown Army (Facebook Group)

"Roll up, roll up - ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, friends and foes - welcome to the unparalleled, the unexpected, the perfectly paradoxical, the grotesquely beautiful, the new-fangled world of the Clandestine Insurgent Rebel Clown Army (CIRCA)."

Podcasts & Music

I don't own a television, so I attain most of my entertainment from listening to Podcasts. Below are some of my favorites. And some music.

The SubGenius Hour of Slack

"The Hour of Slack is the compendium of the best and newest from all SubGenius radio & stage shows, bands, ranters, media barrage collage artists, plus the weirdest of the indie audio underground. Over 1,600 episodes of this jam-packed, samurai-edited juggernaut of raw, untamed SLACK are available. The Hour of Slack has been produced weekly since 1985 by REV. IVAN STANG."

The Ask Dr. Hal Show

"Out of the flax of audience questions, Dr. Hal is eternally on the spot to spin pure entertainment gold. Can he do it? Well, watching him succeed– or fail –is the essence of the act. He also recites long, obscure poems from memory (which some people like), predicts future events, psychoanalyzes, tells fortunes and (sometimes) sings. "

Time for the Show

Puzzling Evidence

"Deranged “edits” segue into a cascade of echoing glossolaliac madness, the voicing of lyric ruminations from the free-falling brains of disintegrating personalities."

Sleepless Knights of Insomnia with Mister Lobo

"Join the SLEEPLESS KNIGHTS as the host MR. LOBO of CINEMA INSOMNIA and BESTOW TV producer PAUL SANDERS talk shop, talk pop culture, movies, get weird and try not to get too lost."

The One True Way

"Have you ever been curious about cults but were afraid to ask because of the social taboo? Well, we sit down and answer as many questions as we can about a different group each episode. We’re not experts, we’re actual scientists. Jodi and Jess are both scientists. Between the two of them, they have degrees in all of the hard sciences-Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. They both currently work in academia and live on a small family farm in the rural south."

The Adventures with David Podcast!

"Explore the wild and woolly frontiers of a truly unique mind."

The Higherside Chats

"The Higherside Chats is an interview based podcast where Greg Carlwood (that’s me.) drinks a little drink, smokes a little smoke, and sits down for conversations with the best researchers, authors, and experts on a whole host of conspiracy, paranormal, and all around fringe topics. With 5 shows each month, topics include corporate corruption, dissecting the plans of the planet’s puppet masters, MK Ultra mind control, alien abductions, alternative history, choas magick, ancient traditions, underground bases, Atlantis, The Bermuda Triangle, Hollow Earth theories, the occult, secret pacts with ET races, off the grid living, spirituality, escaping the rat race, transhumanism, psychedelics, fractional reserve banking, and the examination of a plethora of bullshit spewing from the finely tuned, total control machine of the shadowy global elite."

The Pope on Film

"In the dark backwaters of the internet, there is a podcast of unspeakable blasphemies. Join the Reverend Steve Galindo and Bunny Williams as they guide you through the murky underbelly of cinema. Explore films from the past, present, and future."

Phantom Creep Radio

"Strange Jason hosts PHANTOM CREEP RADIO on Radio Mutation."

Jackey's Hand of Horror

“Jackey’s Hand of Horror was created initially as an experiment in a new platform. I had interviewed for many podcasts over the years due of my notoriety as Debbie from the cult film Manos The Hands of Fate, but as an artist of many mediums, I am generally visually creative. In teaming up with Tonjia Atomic, Rachel Jackson Nuria Aguilar, and my 10-year-old granddaughter Araydia as co-hosts, Quinn Keating as editor, and support from The MST Revival League Podcast, we have 10 episodes on subjects ranging from Spiders to Burlesque and Zombie Animals, and we are having a blast.”

The Stuff They Don't Want You to Know

"From UFOs to psychic powers, ghosts and government cover-ups, history is riddled with unexplained events. But how can we get tell the truth from the fiction, and separate the fact from the rumor? Since 2008, Stuff They Don't Want You To Know has delved into the murky world of everything from cults to lost cosmonauts and allegations of the paranormal, applying critical thinking to the world's most prevalent conspiracy theories and, more often than not, discovering the disturbing grains of truth hidden in the heart of paranoia. Join Ben, Matt and Noel as they embark on their continuing quest to fit the puzzle pieces together, to connect the dots and follow the breadcrumbs into the truth behind the curtain, from the furthest reaches of the universe to the innermost depths of the human mind."

The Last Podcast on the Left

"THE LAST PODCAST ON THE LEFT COVERS ALL THE HORRORS OUR WORLD HAS TO OFFER BOTH IMAGINED AND REAL. FROM DEMONS AND SLASHERS TO CULTS AND SERIAL KILLERS, THE LAST PODCAST IS GUARANTEED TO SATISFY YOUR BLOOD LUST."

Voice of Olympus

"Enter the Realm of Living Myth! Voice of Olympus, hosted by Hercules Invictus and Athena Victory, celebrates the mythic impulses of ancient Greece and Rome which find expression in our modern age.YOU are now invited to join this celebration!"

A Man of Letters Podcast

"Free, weekly, 15-minute readings from world literature. Broadcast from 2015 to 2018. The general structure was as follows: The Theme to A Man of Letters was an excerpt from Alma en Pena by Carlos Molina (Victor 68426, 1933). Here it signified the beginning of an episode. The Introduction consisted of these words: “I am A Man of Letters. I’ve been reading lately, and I have found some words I would like to share.” Often this was followed by a biographical sketch of the author to be recited. The Body was text by the author to be recited. See Past Seasons for examples. The Commercial advertised the new Chevrolet for 1936. It signified the end of the recitation, and was a memento mori. The Closing consisted of these words: “Thank you for listening. For more information about the words I have read and the music to follow, please visit A Man of Letters. amoletters.com. Until I return, I am… A Man of Letters.” As Epictetus said in The Enchiridion:"

End of Days Radio

"Daniel, host and creator of End of Days Radio, has had paranormal experiences throughout his entire life. The most mind blowing being a full fledged up close UFO encounter in his late teens. Daniel has been obsessed with unraveling the mysteries of this reality ever since he saw the UFO. As a huge fan of radio legends such as Art Bell and Howard Stern, he created End of Days Radio as part of his mission here on earth to awaken his fellow man to the reality of the Paranormal world. Join Daniel as he delves deep down the rabbit hole into the realms of Aliens, Conspiracy, Magick, Cryptids and much more!"

Bill T Miller

"Bill T Miller, owner of Boston-based Headroom Studios and the independent label ExtraTerrestrial Discs, is in the midst of high grade musical art production mania that includes the alien orgy industrial samplefest of Out of Band Experience (OBE), the industrial metal thunder of the Kings Of Feedback, and the pure uncut noize of the Orgy Of Noise."

Church of the Cosmic Skull

"Recognise the Hallucinatory Nature of Reality"

The Consortium of Genius!

"WE DARE YOU TO QUESTION OUR IMPECCABLE CREDENTIALS!"

Reptoid

Count Smokula

" Count Smokula, it is believed, was born 496 years ago in the town of Yabatubursk, near Glipsch, in Smokesylvania. Yet through an old series of family remedies, medicinal plants and herbs, he has retained his boyish vigor, and most people can't imagine he is a day over 380."

Zolar X

"Hollywood, Los Angeles. The dawn of the 1970s. Zolar X arrive fully-formed, as if from another planet. Clad in costumes including antennae, skin-tight body suits, Spock ears, moon boots and matching silver helmet-shaped haircuts they certainly look as if they have existed in an alternative sphere. Speaking in their own invented language that they call Zolarian who is to say they are even human? In a city of freaks, Zolar X immediately out-freak everyone."

The Monster Mash

Featuring Your Host, Bobby "Boris" Pickett

Radioactive Chicken Heads

"A pithy description of these art rockers would put them somewhere between Gwar and the B-52s on the weirdo spectrum. That's not to say they sing about love-shacks or drench their audience in fake blood. Within the context of the band's colorful mythology (involving mutated vegetables) they sing songs about the desire to be a dog, amazing zombie killers and homicidal rabbits. And with a sound that might work well scoring a John Waters, Ed Wood or Russ Meyer film, these mutants keep it kitschy."

Humanoid Opera

"Humanoid Opera is an orchestra of aliens who study the Earth and landed in Russia. Humanoid music is an extreme mix, built from hard electronic rhythms and tenderness of live performance on symphonic musical instruments. That is why the show of aliens every day wins the hearts of listeners of various genres around the world."

Lounge-O-Leers

"Ambient Music Expressly For The Entertainment of the Subconscious Mind"

The Residents

"Alternately seen as a rock band, an arts collective, and a spirit, THE RESIDENTS have been regarded as icons in the world of experimental music for over forty-five years. In addition to their groundbreaking work in the areas of trance, world fusion, electronica, punk, industrial and lounge music, the group has also been credited with being among the originators of performance art and music video. Their early videos are in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art and their Freak Show CD-ROM was featured in MOMA's "Looking at Music 3.0" exhibition. Their four decade long career has also taken them into the world of film and television music, having scored numerous films and TV series as well as several projects for MTV. In addition, the group is also thriving in the world of digital media having released ten DVDs, and two internet series."

Quintron and Miss Pussycat

"Quintron and Miss Pussycat have been making genre-defying noise and hard rocking dance music in New Orleans for over fifteen years. The majority of their 14 full-length albums have the psychedelic soul of traditional New Orleans party music filtered through a tough distorted Hammond B-3 and a cache of self-made electronic instruments"

The Von Ghouls

"Welcome to the home of THE VONGHOULS, the first band in history with their own online cartoons. Enjoy the fear!"

JJ Space (Just John)

"Welcome! Here's my official home page, ingeniously designed to lure you into listening to my music and looking at my graphics, and maybe even reading something. I'm many places on the net, including recent incursions into Google+, Tumblr, SoundCloud, YouTube and even Newsvine, but I'm not on Facebook or Twitter or LinkedIn. (I just don't like their attitudes.)"

National Cynical Network (NCN)

"The National Cynical Network (NCN) is a long-running, alternate programming media project. It originally consisted of a trio of SF Bay-Area based radio collage artists: Phineas Narco, Ronald Redball and Alexander T. Newport. NCN seeks to play with music, using sound, and video media samples in the process of media collage or 'mediage'. 'Mediage' is defined as the process of artistically appropriating material from the media, synthesizing it throught the filter of the artists' own subjective experience of it, and then recasting it back into the media environment."

Radio Mutation

"All of our shows are low-budget productions, independently produced and non-commercial (that means we make no money whatsoever from this endeavor). We also like to think they are entertaining as hell. Infused with loads of personality and, just like the Young Lions Conspiracy*, a heaping helping of Integrity, Soul, and Attitude. "

Cult Radio A-Go-Go!

"Drive-In Movie Radio; Horror, Sci-Fi, B-Movies, Vintage TV, OTR

ICHIBAN RADIO

"Tune in now for a 24 hour webstream offering the best in obscuro 50's and 60's Rock 'n' Soul hits mixed with vintage radio spots; all specially selected by Debbie D. BYOB."

Terror Vision

"TERROR VISION IS A COMPANY FOUNDED IN LATE 2014 BY RYAN GRAVEFACE (of Graveface Records). THERE ARE 3 COMPONENTS TO THIS NEW VENTURE AND THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS: - RELEASE OBSCURE MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS ON VINYL (HORROR/SCI-FI/ODDBALL) - RELEASE FILMS ON VHS - BOTH NEW AND CLASSICS (HORROR/SCI-FI/ODDBALL) - VHS RENTAL SHOP LOCATED WITHIN THE GRAVEFACE ANNEX IN SAVANNAH GA (OPEN NOW - 9 w 40th st 31401)"

Authors, Books, Magazines, Zines, Etc.

So many things to read

The Robert Anton Wilson Website

"Robert Anton Wilson (January 18, 1932 – January 11, 2007) wrote 35 books and over 1,500 published articles. He coauthored, with Robert Shea, the underground classic The Illuminatus! Trilogy, which won the 1986 Prometheus Hall of Fame Award. His writings include Schroedinger's Cat Trilogy, called "the most scientific of all science fiction novels," by New Scientist, and nonfiction works of Futurist psychology and guerilla ontology, such as The Cosmic Trigger Trilogy, Prometheus Rising, Quantum Psychology and The New Inquisition"

Thephildickian.com

Stanislav Szukalski Archives Homepage

"Welcome to Szukalski.com official online source of all things Szukalski: books, posters, bronze sculptures, as well as news about upcoming exhibits."

Thrillville

"Thrillville is the virtual headquarters for the gonzo pulp fiction of Will "the Thrill" Viharo - freelance writer, film programmer, live music booker, tiki lounge lizard, and B movie impresario. For many years, Will "the Thrill" and his wife Monica "Tiki Goddess" Cortes hosted a live cult movie cabaret called "Thrillville," featuring classic drive-in/grindhouse cinema and live burlesque acts, which still influence his work. Please check out the links on the left for more info. Cheers!"

The Intergalactic Temple of the Great God Bongo

"Bongovism is a religion unlike any other. It does not have rules, as such, regarding how you must behave. But it does acknowledge that there is one inherent rule to this Universe which even Bongo cannot revoke."

Shavertron Press

"Your Only Source of Post-Deluge Shaverania"

Girls and Corpses Magazine

"Girls & Corpses is sort of like Maxim Magazine meets Dawn Of The Dead. There are pictures in each issue of beautiful, scantily clad young beauties posing with hideous, decaying, festering corpses. Also, we have interviews, comic book art, music and movie reviews and other mayhem. What could be better?"

Official Ashida Kim Website

"Ashida Kim is an internationally renowned martial arts expert who teaches and lectures on Ninjitsu"

Empress Theresa Book - Norman Boutin

"Theresa's parents raised her right. Mind you, her parents weren't extraordinary people. Theresa says little about them, just enough to let us know they were good but ordinary people. Theresa might have been ordinary too if she'd had an ordinary life. Difficult circumstances made her grow into an extraordinary person. Her parents planted the acorn and made sure the sapling grew straight; Theresa developed into an oak tree spreading her branches over the whole world.﻿"

Illustrators, Artists, and Mangaka

ZakuroCandy-Chan!

Bee-Hive Studios -- the artwork of Debra "Bee" Rohlfs

"Debra "Bee" is a freelance illustrator, knowledged in both digital and traditional mediums. Her favorite medium to work in is traditional, specifically ink and brush."

Savage Monsters!

"Savage Monsters Industries is Dave Savage, an eccentric one man studio specializing in fun graphics for web and print. Products and services include illustration, graphic design, original fonts, hand lettering, and animation. Dave Savage's work has shown in gallery shows in New York, Los Angeles, Kansas City, DC, Atlanta, Durham, Cleveland, and Seattle."

Felipe Studio

"Greetings! This is the official site and portfolio of cartoonist Felipe Leite Ondera! "

FuzzyDesign

"Female∙Libra∙Mega Gay This is where I post art I make myself. Please, have a poke around! ｡゜(｀Д´) ゜｡ Be aware I'm really shy and quiet. Please don't mistake this for rudeness! I try my best, but it's hard. ｡゜(｀Д´)゜｡"

Toys, Novelties, and Collectibles

Below are some of my favorite manufacturers, vendors, and designers for rad toys and collectibles.

Bulldada Time Control Laboratories

"Stangian Orthodox Authorized Church of the SubGenius Official Outreach Sales"

Vault 816

Inside Cackleberry Farm Antique Mall, PA

BIG KID'S KARNIVAL

"In this karnival, you will find an assortment of unique and creative works created by Big Kid and his minions. After adventuring around as a relatively unknown supervillain and trying his hand at children's books he now has combined two of his passions in life: toys and art."

Monsterwax

"There are plenty of bigger trading card companies, but Monsterwax is the oldest one in America to only produce Non-sports cards (since 1992). What really makes us different is that we produce original non-sports series on a regular basis. It's sad that no one else is bothers to do so. All the corporate companies are pursuing sports sets and Hollywood photo sets, but rarely paint anything new or different. (Art series "fell out of fashion" in the 1990s.) That's because it's time consuming and expensive to commission new art or write original stories. They can knock out dozens of sets in the time it takes us to paint a single series. Shock Stories, for example, involved over a hundred new pieces of art and dozens of original stories. It took over ten years to complete. (We produced other sets simultaneously during that decade as well.)"

GOBLINHAUS

"Around since 2002, GOBLINHAUS.com has evolved a lot in that time and will continue to evolve as long as we do this thing. Big stuff about us…"

GLORP Gum

"Tired of your gum not coming with a free T-shirt? The Glorp Gum family of products is here to help! Each and every piece of our hand crafted “aged to perfection” bubble gum comes with a high quality limited edition T-shirt. So when you think of gum, think of GLORP! America’s CHEW value!"

SofttoyHobby

The Gallery of Monster Toys

"The Gallery of Monster Toys is dedicated to preserving a disappearing facet of our popular culture. Vintage monster toys are typically overlooked by collectors, largely because they seem obsolete in today's world. The toys in this gallery are not, for the most part, "slick" or "hyper-detailed." They are humble and imperfect. They depict flawed, tortured creatures. These toys capture a time when horror was fun. A time when monsters seemed like "big brothers" to their young fans. I hope those who visit the Gallery will acquire an appreciation, not only for the toys pictured, but for all that they represent. This web site is for all those boys and girls who grew up watching Creature Features and Chiller Theaters, reading Famous Monsters of Filmland, and playing with these cherished toys...and for all those who wished they had."

Sci-Fi Station

"Welcome to the Sci-Fi Station Docking Zone. All flights are now boarding. Please select your destination."

Super7

"We grew up with giant monsters, comic books, punk, science fiction, skateboarding, robots & rebellion. No one made what we wanted. — So we made it ourselves."

Suckadelic

" The Sucklord is a New York City Pop Artist and Television Personality known for his subversive Action Figure mashups and Reality TV Persona. Operating under the Brand SUCKADELIC,"

DKE Toys

"Dov Kelemer & Sarah Jo Marks are Co-Founders of DKE Toys which was the largest independent wholesale distributor of designer toys, limited edition art objects, collectibles, and gifts in the world exclusively representing hundreds of artists, designers, and boutique manufacturers. "

Jobu Lifestyle

"Jobu is Pedro Cerrano's good luck voodoo figure in the hit comedy Major League. Keep Jobu's legend alive with your very own Jobu figure. Place him in your home, office or man cave for good luck, but don't forget his rum! Quality produced and professionally made, our officially licensed Jobu figure is perfect for any Major League sports fan. "

House of Tabu (Order of the Golden Fez)

"This secret society was once one of the most celebrated fraternities of ancient times. Heads of state and high muck-a-mucks once were counted amongst its ranks. At the height of its popularity it suddenly vanished like the sands across a desert. Or did it?"

Public Access Television

I grew up watching a lot of Public Access Television, and some of the shows I watched became some of my all time favorites.

David Liebe Hart's Official Web Portal

The Hypnotic Eye

"Joe Riley's amazing cable access TV show "The Hypnotic Eye" Produced in the pre-youtube world of 1996,"The Multi-cultural Episode" features Mr. Eye and "Donny" taking you through an hour long pop culture journey featuring Ted Lyons , The Ramones, Tiny Tim, Lancelot Link and THE SHAT performing "Rocket Man"! *Posted by Rockulaproductions, producer of "Coutrockula's Theater for the Insane!" (also on archive.org) rockulaproductions.com"

The Asylum for Shut-Ins

"The Doctor is a sadistic, power-mad ventriloquist dummy who administers doses of mind bending video ultra-violence and savage social commentary. He delivers his demented therapy with machinegun-like collages of horror movie clips... audio and video samples fused together in a musical tapestry of terror, madness, and destruction... coming attractions for the end of sanity. Elements of science fiction, horror, war documentary, and government information films are whipped into a relentless assault of explosive movie clip madness. The shock of Video Psychotherapy, which has a cult following across the nation, strips away the thin veneer of moral pretense exposing the dark truth behind modern socio-political posturing."

Rapid T. Rabbit and Friends

"The long-running funny and furry cable TV show in Manhattan starring New York's only character-in-residence, Rapid Transit Rabbit. Feel free to hop around these pages and learn about more this television program, and the city where it all Hop-pens"

Wild Record Collection

"I'm a Polar Bear, and I love records."

Sister Who

"I am a Sacred Clown, forms of which have been part of every tribal society since the beginning of human history; the one whose job is to inspire others toward personal/spiritual growth and a positive attitude toward discovery, diversity, and constructive change"

Video Games, Software, and Internet Culture

Here are some of the sites I enjoy that are about video games and gaming culture. Also, software.

Fight of Gods (On Steam)

"Your prayers have been answered! For the first time ever, gods, holy spirits and mythological characters from around the globe and throughout history will clash in an explosive 2D fighter where the entire world is at stake!"

Cthulhu Atari

"The Great Old Ones are up and lookin' to party! We are being slowly desensitized to the idea of total, spiritual enslavement by otherplanar beings. First were the Lovecraft books and the subsequent tale reweavers. Then the B-film Yog-Sothoths. The latest step has been his emergence in video games, and he has been there since the beginning--we give you: CTHULHU ATARI!"

Wisdom Tree

"Since 1989, Wisdom Tree has developed and distributed top selling entertainment and educational media designed for the Christian Community. Wes a large library of faith oriented video games that targeted every member of the family."

Kinam's POX Strategy Pages

"POX SITE CREATED!!! Well, at least somewhat, yes, it's a POX site, but more than just normal everyday POX info...this is MORE than that...this is a STRATEGY site! "

The Epsilon Program

NecroBones Enterprises

"Welcome and greetings! So you want to learn a little about NecroBones Enterprises eh? You may either read about the Dread Lord of NecroBones, AKA Ed, or scroll down and read about NecroBones itself..."

The Blue Ribbon Campaign

"A blue ribbon is chosen as the symbol for the preservation of basic civil rights in the electronic world. The blue ribbon is of course inspired by the yellow POW/MIA and red AIDS/HIV ribbons, and also by the various (U.S.) Second Amendment, child abuse, Israel awareness, and public land usage rights blue ribbons, the breast cancer pink ribbon, etc."

Cyber Rights Now!

Scientific Research

Below are some links to organizations that focus on space exploration, Ufology, alternative energy research, and paranormal studies.

Organization to Support Space Exploration

"The Los Angeles CA. based Organization to Support Space Exploration (O.S.S.E) was founded in 1978 to promote space program awareness and aerospace achievements to the general public, industry, and educational institutions interested in spaceflight."

National Space Society

"The National Space Society (NSS) is an independent, educational, grassroots, non-profit organization dedicated to the creation of a spacefaring civilization. Founded as the National Space Institute (1974) and L5 Society (1975), which merged to form NSS in 1987 (see merger proclamation), NSS is widely acknowledged as the preeminent citizen’s voice on space. NSS has over 50 chapters in the United States and around the world. The society also publishes Ad Astra magazine, an award-winning periodical chronicling the most important developments in space."

Space Studies Institute

"The Institute’s mission is to open the energy and material resources of space for human settlement within our lifetime. SSI’s first commitment is to complete the missing technological links to make possible the productive use of the abundant resources in space."

Mutual UFO Network

"MUFONSM is the world's oldest and largest civilian UFO investigation and research organization. Our goal is to be the inquisitive minds' refuge seeking answers to that most ancient question, "Are we alone in the universe?" The answer very simply, is NO. Whether you have UFO reports to share, armchair UFO investigator aspirations, or want to train and join our investigation team, MUFON is here for you. Won't you please join us in our quest to discover the truth?"

Borderland Sciences Research Foundation

"Borderland Sciences Research Foundation is a California non-profit (C0254263) research and education organization, founded in 1951 by Meade Layne for the purpose of studying parapsychology and extended consciousness. It has since expanded in scope to traverse as broad a path of the grand terrain of the borderland as may be uncovered by human perceptions (and perhaps even further). The main goal of Borderland Sciences is the curation and distribution of historical papers and books on energy, healing, and consciousness, providing a framework for understanding and continued research, and offering support to scientific minds exploring the unconventional regions of thought we call "borderland"."

Rex Research

"Rex Research was established in 1982 by Robert A. Nelson to archive and distribute " InFolios " -- Information Folios -- of collected Articles about suppressed, dormant, or emerging Sciences, Technologies, Inventions, Theories, Therapies, & other Alternatives that offer real Hope & Choices to help Liberate Humanity from its Stupidity and the evile Pornocracy of Psychopaths ."

KeelyNet

"KeelyNet is a loose network of researchers, experimenters, interested people and groups who communicate freely and share information. We long ago realized the ONLY way we will ever see these advanced technologies used in our everyday lives is by freely sharing our ideas and discoveries."

Technocult

"Technoccult is a general interest blog for weirdos. It was launched in January of 2000 by Klintron (aka Klint Finley) to organize and share information he found interesting and exciting. Contrary to popular belief, it was not named after the future corporation mentioned in the Grant Morrison comic The Invisibles. Klint came up with the name independently, before he had ever read a single issue of the Invisibles."

fUSION Anomaly

"This neXus is permanently morphing... "

Kook Research

I wasn't sure where to categorize these, so I put these here.

Kook Science Research Associates

"We are the Kook Science Research Associates, because why should we pretend otherwise? The resources we cultivate are not always legitimated science, and we certainly cannot promise they are anything you ought to rely on if you plan to apply for grant money. This is the fringe, the borderland, where sense and nonsense are no longer distinct categories, and our qualifications are as worthy as the five-dollar frames the learned doctors and professors have displayed them in. But don't take our word for it..."

Insolitology

"THE STUDY OF ODDITY - ON THE WEB - IN HUMOUR AMAZING THEORIES! INSPIRATION FROM GOD!"

NeoScience Institute

"Taking over the world for a better tomorrow"

Political & Social Organizations

Below are some of the political and social organizations I follow.

Vermin Supreme for President 2016

"Together We Will Ride Our Ponies Into A Zombie Powered Future."

Cthulhu for America

"I have always been here. When your world was young I arrived and strode across the steaming rock. But that does not interest you. For you, the question is am I an illegal alien, or worse, am I Canadian? You could say I have been on Americans’ minds since our nation’s birth. I am quintessentially American. I’ve established residence all across the nation. I fished off the shore of Innsmouth, Massachusetts, in 1840. In 1907 I frolicked in the swamps near New Orleans. The silent hills of Vermont played host to my consciousness in the 1930’s. I haunted the lonely surf-addled shorelines of California in the 1960’s. But as America soured, the pain and violence drew me forth. The brutality of empire was the key to circumventing a bad case of narcolepsy. I needed more than scattered cultists in remote areas. I needed the screams and dreams of millions who styled themselves the apex of primate civilization. And so I began my career in politics. Unfortunately, you ape-things insist on voting for the middling or lesser evil! But this time the stars are finally right. It is time for the humans of the United States of America to choose the Best Evil to lead them toward their destiny."

Cthulhu For President The Dawning of a New Era

"This site is dedicated to the great old one, who should return from his slumber to take over the U.S. government and make this country a whole hell of a lot better as the leader of our executive branch. Or destroy it and drive everyone insane, kill us all, or something really nasty! Remember, Cthulhu for President, why vote for the lesser of two evils?"

Lawsonomy

"This site is specially prepared for those who wish to help make the world a better place. It is prepared to help you become familiar with the principles of Lawsonomy and to provide you with direct access to the knowledge that is found within the writings of Alfred William Lawson."

The Voluntary Human Extinction Movement

"Phasing out the human race by voluntarily ceasing to breed will allow Earth’s biosphere to return to good health. Crowded conditions and resource shortages will improve as we become less dense."

Save the Fruit Pie Magician

( saving the world from un-magical Fruit Pies since June 2006 )

The Emperor's Bridge Campaign

"To Honor The Life + Advance The Legacy Of Emperor Norton"

Yippies STB

A driving force behind the social revolution of the 1960s and 1970s, Hoffman inspired a generation to challenge the status quo. Meant as a practical guide for the aspiring hippie, Steal This Book captures Hoffman's puckish tone and became a cult classic with over 200,000 copies sold. Outrageously illustrated by R. Crumb, it nevertheless conveys a serious message to all would-be revolutionaries: You don't have to take it anymore. "All Power to the Imagination was his credo. Abbie was the best." — Studs Terkel

Late Night Horror Hosts

Wonderful weirdos who host less than wonderful movies.

Cinema Insomnia w/ Mister Lobo

"Shrouded in mystique, this innovative producer and host has presided over the nationally syndicated late-night TV show CINEMA INSOMNIA for over 13 years. The show has been seen in hundreds of television and cable markets. He produced a 2006 Halloween spectacular that had a footprint of 45 Million households."

Penny Dreadful's Shilling Shockers

"That's right, Dreary Ones. Every nacht can be Walprugisnacht when you join the hordes of screaming, wailing, moaning 'Shilling Shockers' fans!"

Elvira, Mistress of the Dark

"When you hear the name Elvira only one person comes to mind: Horror icon and quintessential symbol of all things spooky, the one and only Mistress of the Dark. "

Beware Theater

"Watch Arachna of the Spider People and her friend Deadly as they host Beware Theater - Classic horror movies from the golden age of black and white. Bad acting. Bad directing. Lame Monsters. Cheezy Special Effects - lots of creepy fun. You can see Beware Theater Friday nites on FC Public Media, Comcast Ch. 97 in Fort Collins, Colorado and Denver Open Media, Comcast Ch 57 in Denver, Colorado. Also occasionally on www.horrorhost.net and on The Vortexx, Bizarre TV and Betamax TV on ROKU and anytime on Youtube. Thanks for watching. Message us on Facebook."

Doctor Gangrene

"Dr. Gangrene is a Nashville, TN based horror host played by actor/producer Larry Underwood. His current show, Dr. Gangrene Presents, airs on Nashville's Arts Channel 9."

Crematia Mortem

"Crematia Mortem was your TV monster movie host if you grew up in the Midwest during the 80s. Every Saturday night for nine years, Crematia popped out of a coffin on Kansas City’s KSHB-TV to wise-crack during the breaks of the “Creature Feature.” Viewers were treated to classic B-grade horror movie treasures including “The Scars of Dracula,” The Creature with the Atom Brain,” “The Curse of the Fly,” and every film featuring Gamera, Godzilla and Mothra."

The Ghoul

"Ron Sweed. Ron Sweed (born January 23, 1949) is an American entertainer and author known for his late-night television horror host character "The Ghoul"."

Son of Ghoul

"Following in the footsteps of Cleveland's legendary 60s horror host, Ghoulardi, The Son of Ghoul has himself become an Ohio television icon. And with 32 consecutive years on the air, he is among the longest running costumed horror hosts in the nation! Son of Ghoul brings a high-spirited rock and roll attitude to those bad old movies we love to hate, spicing up the likes of The Wasp Woman, The Corpse Grinders and Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla with a lively variety of goofy sound effects and crazy music."

Dr. San Guinary’s Creature Feature

"Welcome to Dr. San Guinary’s Creature Feature website! "

Midnight Frights

"Host Armistead Spottswoode brings you forgotten "classics" from Hollywood (and parts beyond!) Last Saturday of every month on your Community Idea Stations."

Creature Feature Dungeon of horror host Count Gore De Vol

"Vampire horror host Count Gore De Vol brings you Creature Feature, a weekly program of horror movies, stories and films about vampires, monsters, witches, ghouls, goblins, gargoyles, zombies and horrors of all sorts!"

Monster Movie Night

" My family and I went to our very first convention called 'Monster Bash" in Pennsylvania in 2009 . We met so many people that were like us ,fans of monster movies and memorabilia also we met Horror Hosts such as Penny Dreadful, Dr.Ivan Cryptosis, and Count Gore DeVol. Everyone had such a great time and doing exactly what they loved. So we returned another year and another. In 2011 I decided that I had the technology and plus I have been living the monster way of life "all" my life and living in a Monster Museum seemed to perfectly logical to be a Horror Host, I knew that getting on a cable TV station or any TV station would be virtually impossible, so the next best thing was the "Internet". "Bobby Gammonster-Internet Horror Host " was born or rather came out of the coffin. I have met and received much support from fellow horror hosts who also are on the internet. I hope you all enjoy the show and enjoy seeing our home, Gargoyle Manor-The Monster Museum that we use as our base for the show. So as I say at the end of each show...keep Screaming!"

Midnite Mausoleum

" What is “Midnite Mausoleum” you might be asking yourself, well if you are, you have come to exactly the right place. ​ Midnite Mausoleum is a Horror Hosting television program that follows in the foot steps of many other great horror hosting programs before it. ​ We started making our program in 2009 and it follows the misadventures of Marlena and her friends in skits that break up B and Z grade horror and sci-fi movies."

The Mummy and The Monkey

" Straight Outta Cleveland, Janet Decay and Grimm Gorri have joined forces to host their show: "The Mummy and the Monkey" in order to continue a local tradition that spans over fifty years! Influenced by local greats like: Ghoulardi, Superhost, Big Chuck & Lil' John, as well as nationally syndicated shows such as: Elvira and Mystery Science Theatre 3000, they strive to deliver wacky comedy bits and screen cheesy B-movies. Horror Hosting as you've known it, will never be the same... "

Zacherley the Cool Ghoul

"ZACH IS BACK! When Ghouls, Goblins and Creatures of the Night appear, rest assured that Zacherley is near! Enter his world for some fun and a thrill, but do so carefully and of your own free will!"

Preacher Features

"Wild Caller from COAST 2 COAST AM and infamous fanatic JC WEBSTER III offers a collection of awkward and oddly inspiring religious films and videos that will put the fear of their creators in you. It is not the intention of this program to attack the anyone's personal beliefs."

The Monster Channel Presented By The Eerie Late Night

"The Eerie Late Night Horror Channel was created by partners Halloween Jack, Halloween Jacqueline, and Mr. Maniacal as a tribute to both horror hosts and the viewers who love the genre. Being active in the horror host community as hosts themselves as well as contributors to events designed to help bring the genre into the limelight The terror-ible trio decided it was time to finally design the ultimate network for everyone. Thus the Eerie Late Night Network was born taking its name from the very first show Halloween Jack started years ago as a tribute the what the genre was all about at it’s television peak."

Psychotronic Film Society

"Celebrating more than two decades on the web!"

The Washington Psychotronic Film Society

"The Washington Psychotronic Film Society is dedicated to the appreciation and defense of: Independent, cutting-edge, student, experimental, anime, off-beat, underground, obscure, super-8, low-budget, classic, forgotten, must-see, and just about anything on film."

Movies & Entertainment

Below you will find links to some of my favorite movie companies, entertainers, filmmakers, and films.

Troma

"Now celebrating 40 years of filmmaking, Troma Entertainment, Inc. is the longest running independent movie studio in North America. In addition to commercial success, Troma enjoys a wealth of critical appreciation, exemplified by Troma retrospectives sponsored by the American Cinematheque, Cinemathèque Français, the British Film Institute, the American Film Institute and many others. After creating a new kind of sexy comedy in the 70’s and putting a new face on the movie superhuman hero in the 80’s with The Toxic Avenger, Troma continued to break new ground in the 90’s and 2000’s with quality, entertaining films. "

JABproducts/Tromasterpiece Theatre

"After hours at a local movie theater where he works, Addison Binek watches Troma movies with Reelie the talking film reel and Corny the box of popcorn."

The Actium Colony - An Actium Maximus Fansite

" "Actium Maximus" definitely captures that feeling you get when you try to remember what you were dreaming about just after you wake up. It is a surreal and strange pulp sci-fi story that goes on for what feels like forever, building it's own story and mythos while both answering your questions but also confusing you every step of the way. The puppets are gruesome, the blue screen technology is obvious, the sound quality is quite bad at times, and some of the alien creatures are almost unintelligible. Plus there is no assurance at all that any of the story-lines will come together! But the setting and characters are so interesting that you lose track of all of that. It's clear who the villains are, but are there any heroes at all? This movie is so strange, ugly, and beautiful I can't help but watch."

Something Weird Video

"Something Weird has made a point to stay true to the nostalgic and sleazy feeling of a grind house theatre on Main Street USA. Our dvd packaging reflects the times they movies were made and we use original ad and poster art whenever possible. Amped up with lurid and garish colors to give our products that special Something Weird look. Eye candy inside and out! Every racy and taboo subject known to man can be found in our video catalog. Or just plain wacky celluloid wonders. Consider it one-stop shopping for all your delightfully depraved entertainment. There's Something Weird for Everyone! "

Troubled Moon Films

The Asylum

"The Asylum is one of the world's leading brand-oriented motion picture and television studios. With a focus on high-concept, market-driven entertainment, like the SHARKNADO franchise, The Asylum finances, produces and releases 25 films per year through its direct pipeline to the nation's top retailers and its network of international partners. Since its founding in 1997, The Asylum has released more than 500 films and has built a library of over 250 original productions, including top-rated movie premieres for Syfy, Lifetime, AXS TV and Animal Planet networks. In addition, The Asylum is now in production of season 4 of Syfy's top rated scripted show Z NATION, a critically-acclaimed action-horror series."

Full Moon Features

Saint Euphoria Pictures

"Christopher R. Mihm is the writer, director, and producer of the films of the "Mihmiverse," a series of award-winning, loosely interlinked feature-length films which pay homage to 1950s-era "drive-in cinema." "

ZAAT (AKA, "The Blood Waters of Dr. Z")

"After 40 years, the ZAAT Monster is back! For the first time, this classic B-grade monster movie is now being released on video. ZAAT the Movie website offers you an insider's look at how the movie was made as told by those who were there."

The Official Bob Burns Web Site

The David "The Rock" Nelson Basement of Bloody Horror!!

"David "The Rock" Nelson makes monster movies. He makes the cheapest, most poorly acted and ineptly directed monster movies ever made, shooting them on videotape and editing them on an editing bay that consists of two VCRs, his camera, and a Radio Shack f/x box. If you run into him in a bar, chances are you may find yourself in one of his movies - he can't afford to pay anyone, so whoever he can get in front of his camera becomes a star."

MANOS RETURNS

"MANOS Returns is the follow up film to the cult favorite Manos: The Hands of Fate. Created by Jackey Neyman Jones, Debbie from the original film"

"MANOS", The Rise of Torgo

"ABOUT "MANOS" THE RISE OF TORGO In 1966 a legend was burned into film... "Manos" The Hands of Fate! Now, 51 years later, the prequel to the legend as arrived! Prepare for "Manos" The Rise of Torgo! It is the will of Manos!"

Vampira the Movie

"I was always facinated with Vampira since seeing Plan 9 From Outer Space as a kid. My Dad would let me stay up until 2am watching whatever sci-fi and horror movies happened to be on the Million Dollar Movie or the Chiller Theatre. I was reading magazines like Fangoria about horror hosts and that tradition since I was 13. Horror stars intrigued me, especially vampires, especially Vampira. Who was she? Why didn't she speak? She was like Greta Garbo, that persona that you can't touch. Most people who have seen Plan 9 remember her exclusively. The image of Vampira has stuck with me for over twenty years, but I never knew that I would cross paths with Maila Nurmi, who played Vampira eons before The Munsters aired."

Manlife

"At 90-years-old, Merle Hayden has a lot to do. As the last crusading member of the utopian movement Lawsonomy, he works tirelessly to spread the gospel and preserve the legacy of his Commander, Alfred Lawson. Lawson invented the United States’ first passenger airliner, but his company went bankrupt during the Great Depression. Dismayed by the policies at work, Lawson created the Direct Credits Society, an economic-reform movement against what Lawson called “the one percent,” which advocated for “justice for everybody that harms nobody.” Thousands joined. Yet once the Depression ended, many members left Lawson and returned to gainful employment, but not Merle. Merle stuck with Lawson through the creation of the University of Lawsonomy and its closure at the hands of the IRS. Nearly 60 years after Lawson’s death, Merle continues distributing Lawson’s writings hoping to find new followers."

BAD CGI SHARKS

"THINK WATCHING SHITTY SHARK MOVIES SUCKS? TRY LIVING ONE."

Monster Kid Home Movies

"In the days before home video and camcorders the only way to capture family events and vacations was with 8mm & 16mm movie camera and projectors. It wasn't long before imaginative kids & teenagers were borrowing Dad's camera to shoot their own cinematic epics."

Evil Plan: The Series

"Non-profit short film series created by self proclaimed independent filmmaker Tom Schinderling. The series focuses on supervillains in a comic book-like world. You can also find all the Evil Plans episodes as well as mock interviews and behind the scenes on Youtube."

Aerial Simian Films

"Aerial Simian Films is an independent film production creating no budget entertainment. The individuals involved are not paid professionals but some of them do have educational training in what they create. We strive to make films because we love making films. We are fans who enjoy the process and damn those who tell us to quit."

Nightveil Media/Cult Retro

"In recent years I have returned to film making via digital video in an attempt to fulfill a life-long dream. CultRetro is a site through which I am able to release new digital video productions along side the old films of my youth. Here also are many of the old monster movies, action cliffhanger serials and black and white TV shows that inspired me to become a filmmaker. At an age when most slow down and retire, I am working harder than ever and loving every minute of it. Why? Because making movies is thrilling to me. It’s a natural extension to my long career in art. Frank Zappa defined art as “making something out of nothing… and selling it.” That’s what I’m doing here.

Edgewood Studios

"Edgewood Studios has been producing entertainment for all media platforms long before the term ‘media platforms’ came into general use. We believe that the key to our longevity has been the company’s ability to nimbly navigate the constantly changing waters of our industry. Talent and creativity are elemental to any entertainment company’s success, however, year after year Edgewood has also demonstrated an affinity for implementing technology while it is at a tipping point of breakthrough and of affordability. "

Animatronics!

Fun sites about fully characterized robotic puppets!

Creative Engineering, Inc

"Creative Engineering, Inc. or CEI in Orlando, Florida, is a company most famous for creating animatronic (or Electronimation) characters featured around the world and at Showbiz Pizza Place restaurant in the 1980's. Creative Engineering's most popular creation is The Rock-afire Explosion, a 3-stage life-sized 8 character musical group. They are also known for creating the Whac-A-Mole game in 1976, and introduce a new arcade game, Bashy Bug! in 2016 followed by the Animatronics Experimenters Kit and a new lineup of Rock-afire Explosion dolls in 2017. The company was founded by Aaron Fechter who still runs Creative Engineering today."

ShowbizPizza.com

"ShowBizPizza.com is an educational website designed to inform the public about all aspects and topics relating to the history of Chuck E. Cheese's and ShowBiz Pizza Place. Since 1999, we have been the premiere online resource for people seeking to learn more about this unique restaurant concept. "

The Rock-afire Explosion (Unofficial ShowBiz Pizza Place Site)

""The Rock-afire Explosion is considered by many to be the greatest animatronic rock band of all time. In the 1980s it was synonymous with ShowBiz Pizza Place restaurants, for which it was specifically designed. Its combination of three full stages, incredible music talent, amazing cast of characters, and sophisticated animation have left an endearing mark on the hearts of its fans." "The Rock-afire Explosion has been relatively absent from the public's view for nearly two decades, however, a new interest has emerged because of the Rock-afire's presence on YouTube. There have been many blogs, printed articles, and a documentary film to commemorate this newfound interest in the Rock-afire Explosion band.""

The King Pizza Time Theatre Cyberamic

"The King Lives! I am happy to share photos, info, restorations & history of The King Cyberamic from Showbiz Pizza / Chuck E Cheese's in the 80's/90's"

Dolli Dimples

"Hey Sugar Lips! Welcome to Dolli D's Piano Bar Cabaret! Dolli just wants you to sit back, relax, and snuggle up to her piano and let her take care of you like nobody has taken care of you before! Dolli Dimples is a former cabaret character found at Chuck E. Cheese's Pizza Time Theatre in the late 1970s and early 1980s. She sat in her own room away from the main dining area that was initially called the "Piano Bar" and later renamed to "The Cabaret". Dolli would play a song for guests for a game token. Later, the token box was replaced by a free show button and eventually was set up on a timer to perform at regular intervals automatically. Dolli was the first sideshow character the Pizza Time Theatre had. Later, other shows such as The King, Artie Antlers, and The Beagles were added. This is the last known working Dolli robot in the hands of a private collector. This channel is a chance to experience Dolli in all of her glory."

Animatronics Age

Clowns

I like friendly clowns, scary clowns, sexy clowns, and all other kinds of clowns. Clowns are awesome, and you know it.

WORLD CLOWN ASSOCIATION

"The World Clown Association exists to serve the needs of the members of the Association, to serve the needs of the local affilate clown alleys and to promote the art of clowning throughout the world"

Mid-Atlantic Clown Association

"Founded in 1984, our purpose is To promote the education in, and the preservation of, the ancient art of clowning for the mutual benefit of our members. Our members come mainly from 8 mid-Atlanti States: Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia."

Medinah Clowns

"The Medinah Shrine Clowns are the clown unit for the Medinah Shrine Center located in Addison, IL (formerly located in Chicago, IL)."

Clowns Without Borders USA

"We aim to relieve the suffering of all persons, especially children, who live in areas of crisis including refugee camps, conflict zones and other situations of adversity. We partner with individuals and organizations to bring small teams of professional performing artists to share performances and workshops with children and their families in refugee camps, conflict zones, or with communities who have experienced trauma or crisis."

Clownlink

"This website has as its aim to create, promote, and expand the clown community using the internet as a tool to do so. It is the work of Adam Gertsacov, an actor, director, and clown based in Chicago, IL."

Giggles the Clown

"Hi. I'm Giggles. I was born a clown. I love all my fatal beauties. Come play with me & kiss me on the cheek!"